Honeymoon in Mallorca, Part III

We greatly expanded our radius of island exploration when we rented a scooter. Francis and his fancy class M license drove us (safely) through coastal towns, hillside villages, and idyllic countryside.

Our visit to Capdepera was a highlight and fulfilled our commitment to do something educational. It's a beautiful historic city, inland a bit from the coastal town of Arta. In 1300 the king of Sicily ordered the construction of a fortified village on a hilltop to protect the residents from pirates. Yes, pirates. The ruins remain to be explored for a mere 4 euros. The panoramic views alone were worth it.


Mallorca, we miss you. And we will see you again.

 {scooter!}

 {Capdepera/Cala Rajada bazar}

 {the hillside town of Capdepera}

 

 {lovely window flowers}

 {Castell de Capdepera}

 {native birds of prey}

 {precarious exploration of fortress ruins}

 {scooter ride through the countryside} 

 {we're hooked}

 {day trip to Cala Mesquida}

{evening gelato and cappucino} 

{summer festival featuring local bands covering popular American music, with questionable lyrics}

*It should be noted that I have not enhanced the color of the water in these photos. It really is that. blue.